SLS Materials Scientist

Who you are

You are a creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment. You have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product development, with hands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineering. You are passionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of times to achieve the best results. You love to harness data and can design and execute structured experimental plans to evaluate material formulations.

What you'll do

In this role, you will build world-class SLS materials for 3D printing, starting from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization. You will drive materials research that directly shapes the next generation of SLS materials, partnering with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedback. You will develop structured experimental plans to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems, balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters. Your work will have a direct impact on how Formlabs continues to innovate in the 3D printing space.

What we offer

At Formlabs, you will be part of a team that is reinventing how the world makes physical things. You will receive equity in the form of RSUs, and your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package, which is determined within a range based on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and expected impact on the organization. The annual base pay range for this role is $80,000—$110,000 USD.